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What Most People Don't Know About the [Neighborhood] Market

This postcard is designed to hit at just the right time—when competition is fierce and sellers are starting to pay closer attention.

In many markets right now, demand is surging. Homes are selling over asking, often with multiple backup offers and no contingencies. But most homeowners don’t fully realize just how competitive things have gotten in their neighborhood.

That’s the power of this piece—it delivers hyper-local proof that now might be their moment.

Customize it with your latest market data. Plug in a recent win and testimonial. And make sure your call-to-action is easy to act on—because when sellers see what’s happening nearby, they’re more likely to raise their hand.

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The Magic Number Text

Direct questions make people hesitate. Strategic statements make them lean in.

‍This campaign is built around the Elicitation Tactic—a psychology-backed approach where, instead of asking, you suggest. It’s subtle, but powerful. Because when people aren’t being pushed, they’re more likely to engage.

You’re not asking, “Would you sell?” You’re planting a thought:

“Wondering if there’s a number that would make the conversation worth having—even if selling wasn’t your plan for this year.”

It’s non-threatening. Emotionally intelligent. And perfect for sellers who aren’t raising their hand—but might be open, given the right offer.

Trying to make sense of this market? (CA)

This week’s email is grounded in insights from RBC’s latest housing report and recent coverage from The Globe and Mail. Together, they capture a clear mood in the market: caution.

National resales fell nearly 10% in February—the sharpest monthly drop in years. But that stat alone doesn’t tell the whole story.

Because in a cautious market, people don’t stop moving. They just move differently.

This email helps you communicate that nuance—to show up as a calm, informed resource in a time when many are feeling uncertain.

Trying to make sense of this market?

This week’s email pulls from two of the most respected sources in housing data—Altos Research and ATTOM. Together, they paint a picture that’s more complex than the headlines suggest.

It’s a national view—but one that helps you frame local conversations with more clarity and confidence.

Because even when your market behaves differently, buyers and sellers are still hearing national narratives. Your job is to bring perspective.

Here’s what the latest numbers show—and how to use them to educate, inform, and stay relevant.

This template also includes a direct-response P.S. designed to surface potential sellers—so you can spark the right conversations at the right time.

Blueprint

2025 Expired Marketing Blueprint

Introduction

Why Expired Listings Should Be a Cornerstone of Your Business

Expired listings present one of the most profitable and overlooked opportunities in real estate. These homeowners are motivated—they’ve already made the decision to sell, invested time and energy, and now feel frustrated and let down by the process. By focusing on expired listings, you can position yourself as the solution they’ve been waiting for.

Here’s why this niche should be a cornerstone of your business:

1. The Numbers Speak for Themselves

Based on available data, nearly 40% of expired listings are relisted within the first 30 days, and many of these homeowners choose to work with a new agent. That’s your window of opportunity. By targeting this group early, with the right messaging and strategy, you can establish trust and secure listings before your competition.

But it doesn’t stop there. Some homeowners take longer to re-engage, which is why a long-term follow-up approach—like our 6-month campaign—can capture those who are ready later.

2. High Intent, Frustrated Sellers

Unlike other lead sources, expired listing homeowners are already committed to the idea of selling. Their frustration isn’t with the idea of moving—it’s with the process that failed them.

These sellers are looking for:

  • A proactive agent who can deliver results.
  • A fresh strategy that avoids the mistakes of their first attempt.
  • Clarity on what went wrong and how to fix it.

When you show empathy, expertise, and persistence, you stand out as the agent who can turn their situation around.

3. A Problem You Can Solve

The primary reasons listings fail to sell are:

  1. Pricing: The home wasn’t priced correctly for the market.
  2. Marketing: The home wasn’t effectively marketed to the right buyers.
  3. Presentation: The home didn’t appeal to buyers visually or emotionally.

With your expertise, these problems are solvable. By targeting expired listings, you’re working with sellers who need your skills—not just someone to list their home again.

Expired listings are a goldmine of opportunity, but success requires more than just sending out a postcard and hoping for the best. It’s about empathy, persistence, and offering clear solutions. With the data we’ve gathered and the systematic approach outlined here, you can turn expired listings into a cornerstone of your real estate business—and build a reputation as the agent who gets results.

Let’s dive into the sequence and strategies that will set you apart in this lucrative niche.

Letters

Day 1
Initial Contact

The Frustration of an Unsold Home

Welcome to the first letter in our expired listings campaign: 'The Frustration of an Unsold Home.' This letter sets the tone for the entire sequence.

The Frustration of an Unsold Home

Welcome to the first letter in our expired listings campaign: 'The Frustration of an Unsold Home.' This letter sets the tone for the entire sequence. It acknowledges the homeowner’s frustration, validates their experience, and positions you as a solution-oriented agent. It’s designed to open the door for meaningful engagement by addressing the emotional pain points many expired homeowners feel. Use this letter to establish trust and empathy right from the start.

Day 5
Strategy Reinforcement

The Biggest Mistake Expired Listings Make

This is the second letter in the campaign: 'The Biggest Mistake Expired Listings Make.' Now that you’ve established empathy with the homeowner in Letter 1, this letter shifts the focus to education.

The Biggest Mistake Expired Listings Make

This is the second letter in the campaign: 'The Biggest Mistake Expired Listings Make.' Now that you’ve established empathy with the homeowner in Letter 1, this letter shifts the focus to education. It identifies a critical mistake many sellers make—relisting without a strategy—and positions you as the expert who can help them avoid it. This letter is all about building credibility and gently challenging their assumptions about what it takes to sell a home.

Day 10
Trust Building

Persistence and Proven Results

Letter 3 in our campaign is 'Persistence and Proven Results.' This is where you build trust through storytelling.

Persistence and Proven Results

Letter 3 in our campaign is 'Persistence and Proven Results.' This is where you build trust through storytelling. By sharing a specific success story, you show the homeowner that selling after an expired listing is not only possible but also achievable with the right approach. This letter reinforces your persistence and commitment, showing them that you’ll go the extra mile to get results.

Day 15
Professional Review Offer

Why Your Home Didn’t Sell—and How to Fix It

Letter 4, 'Why Your Home Didn’t Sell—and How to Fix It,' takes the conversation deeper. It identifies potential reasons their home didn’t sell and introduces a specific solution: the Professional Listing Review.

Why Your Home Didn’t Sell—and How to Fix It

Letter 4, 'Why Your Home Didn’t Sell—and How to Fix It,' takes the conversation deeper. It identifies potential reasons their home didn’t sell and introduces a specific solution: the Professional Listing Review. This letter combines empathy with actionable value, inviting the homeowner to explore how minor changes could lead to major results. It’s an important part of the sequence, transitioning from trust-building to offering practical help.

Day 20
Market Analysis Offer

Before You Relist, Do This First

Letter 5 in the sequence is 'Before You Relist, Do This First.' At this stage, the homeowner is beginning to see the value in a strategic relisting.

Before You Relist, Do This First

Letter 5 in the sequence is 'Before You Relist, Do This First.' At this stage, the homeowner is beginning to see the value in a strategic relisting. This letter offers a detailed market analysis as a key step before making their next move. It’s designed to position you as a resourceful and knowledgeable partner, providing the clarity they need to make an informed decision.

Day 25
Creative Strategies Discussion

Let’s Reimagine How Your Home Is Sold

Our sixth letter, 'Let’s Reimagine How Your Home Is Sold,' is the final touchpoint in the 30-day sequence.

Let’s Reimagine How Your Home Is Sold

Our sixth letter, 'Let’s Reimagine How Your Home Is Sold,' is the final touchpoint in the 30-day sequence. It emphasizes creativity and strategy, showing the homeowner that selling their home requires more than just putting it on the market—it requires innovation. This letter sets you apart from other agents by highlighting the advanced tactics and marketing tools you bring to the table.

Day 30
Creative Strategies Discussion

Corresponding Follow-Up

The last letter in this campaign, 'A Lot Has Changed,' is a 6-month follow-up designed to re-engage homeowners who didn’t relist earlier.

Old Expireds

Targeting "Old Expireds" is a smart way to uncover hidden opportunities where no one else is looking.

This campaign works because it’s not generic—it’s laser-focused, empathetic, and backed by compelling data. By highlighting your research and showing genuine investment in their situation, you establish trust while opening the door for conversation.

The letter uses proven psychological techniques, like Chris Voss’s "no-oriented question," to lower resistance and make engagement feel safe.

Build your list, personalize your outreach, and position yourself as the expert they’ve been waiting for.

Call Scripts

Call Script 1

The Connection-First Approach

Most agents come at expired listings like a sales pitch, assuming sellers just need a new agent. But expired homeowners aren’t looking for another listing—they’re looking for a solution.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 1

This script changes the approach. It validates their frustration and shifts the conversation from what went wrong to how to make it right. Instead of pushing, it opens the door to a real dialogue—one that positions you as the agent who actually understands their challenges.

Use this script to disarm objections, build trust, and start conversations that lead to listings.

Call Script 2

The Price vs. Strategy Shift

Many sellers believe their home didn’t sell because of the price. But in reality, pricing is just one piece of the puzzle. More often than not, it’s the strategy that failed.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 2

This script helps homeowners see the bigger picture. It steers the conversation away from just dropping the price and instead focuses on positioning their home the right way. When you introduce a fresh perspective, you shift their mindset—and that’s when they start seeing you as the agent who can get the job done.

Use this script to guide the conversation and establish yourself as the expert they need.

Call Script 3

The Success Story Strategy

Most sellers assume their home didn’t sell because of the market. But in reality, homes were selling—just not theirs.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 3

This script sparks curiosity by sharing a real success story. Instead of talking about failure, it paints a picture of possibility—proving that with the right approach, their home can sell. When sellers see what worked for someone else, they naturally start wondering: Could this work for me too?

Use this script to plant that seed and position yourself as the solution they’ve been looking for.

Call Script 4

The Professional Listing Review Offer

For sellers, an expired listing raises more questions than answers. What went wrong? What should they do differently? They don’t need another sales pitch—they need clarity.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 4

This script works because it delivers value first. Instead of pushing them to relist, it offers a Professional Listing Review—a no-obligation analysis that pinpoints why their home didn’t sell and how to fix it. That kind of insight builds trust, creates curiosity, and makes it easier for sellers to take the next step.

Use this script to shift the conversation from frustration to solutions—and put yourself in position to win the listing.

Call Script 5

The Market Clarity Call

When a home doesn’t sell, most sellers feel stuck. Was it the price? The marketing? Bad timing? Without answers, it’s easier to wait than to act.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 5

This script helps break through that hesitation. By offering a detailed market analysis—instead of a sales pitch—it gives sellers a way to understand what happened and what’s changed. Even if they’re not ready to relist today, this insight keeps you top of mind when they are.

Use this script to provide clarity, build trust, and make sure you’re the agent they turn to when they’re ready to move forward.

Call Script 6

The Anti-"List and Wait" Pitch

If their home sat on the market, sellers already know that the “list and wait” approach didn’t work. What they don’t know is what to do differently.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 6

This script challenges that old way of thinking. It introduces a proactive, strategic approach—one that attracts the right buyers instead of waiting for them to show up. By positioning yourself as the agent who has a better plan, you immediately stand out from the crowd.

Use this script to spark curiosity and start a conversation that leads to action.

Call Script 7

 The Market Has Changed Approach

A lot can change in the market—even in just a few months. But most expired sellers still assume that if their home didn’t sell before, it won’t sell now.

Expired Marketing - Call Script 7

This script shifts that belief. Instead of rehashing why their home didn’t sell, it focuses on what’s changed. More buyer activity. Homes like theirs moving again. A potential opportunity they didn’t realize existed.

By offering a simple, no-obligation home value update, you open the door to a fresh conversation—one that could lead to them reentering the market with you.